Rodzina
Rodzina
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2005
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
American West • 1880s
2005
YA
9-12 years
740L
Super Short Summary
In Rodzina by Karen Cushman, a Polish-American girl embarks on a journey in 1881 as part of an orphan train heading westward. As she travels, the young person grapples with past losses and seeks a sense of belonging, all while navigating the challenges and uncertainties of finding a new family.
Melancholic
Challenging
Contemplative
Emotional
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Rodzina by Karen Cushman is praised for its engaging historical accuracy and strong character development. Readers appreciate its vivid depiction of the orphan train experience and relatable protagonist. However, some critics feel the narrative pace slows in parts. Overall, it offers insightful themes of resilience and belonging.
Who Should Read Rodzina?
A reader who enjoys Rodzina by Karen Cushman likely appreciates historical fiction centered on resilient young protagonists. Fans of Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder and Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery would find its themes of courage and adaptation compelling.
1,883 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
American West • 1880s
2005
YA
9-12 years
740L
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